Bruno Jacobs. “Das Monument von Bisotun und seine Vorgeschichte”

Bisotun features one of the most significant rock reliefs from the Achaemenid Empire (6th–4th centuries BCE). The relief depicts Darius I, the empire's founder, alongside an inscription detailing his conquests and divine mandate. Bruno Jacobs' study in 'Abstracta Iranica' explores the monument's historical context, its artistic significance, and its role in Achaemenid propaganda. By analyzing the relief's iconography and inscriptions, Jacobs provides insights into the political and religious narratives of the period. The research contributes to understanding the Achaemenid Empire's cultural and historical legacy, particularly through its monumental art and inscriptions.

Nunn, A. (2019). Bruno Jacobs. “Das Monument von Bisotun und seine Vorgeschichte”. Abstracta Iranica, Volume 40-41. https://doi.org/10.4000/abstractairanica.48233